Abstract:
A method for phased garbage collection is provided. In this method, a write command is received to write data. The write command is allocated a timeout period to complete an execution of the write command. Thereafter, a busy signal is asserted and a portion of a garbage collection operation is performed for a garbage collection time period. The data are written to a block and the busy signal is released before the timeout period.
Abstract:
A non-volatile memory storage system is provided. The non-volatile memory storage system includes a memory configured to store a storage system firmware and a non-volatile memory cell array configured to maintain a buffer. A processor in communication with the memory and the non-volatile memory cell array also is included in the non-volatile memory storage system. Here, the processor is configured to execute the storage system firmware stored in the memory. The storage system firmware comprises program instructions for receiving a write command to write data to the non-volatile memory cell array. The write command is allocated a timeout period to complete an execution of the write command. The storage system firmware also comprises program instructions for performing a portion of a garbage collection operation within the timeout period and for storing the data in the buffer.
Abstract:
A male condom provides full coverage around genital area during intercourse effectively against sexually transmitted diseases and pregnancy. The condom is consisting of two parts. The first part is an elongated tubular that has one open end and one closed end. The second part is an elastic protective film with six adhesive tapes connected to the open end of first part and covers scrotum, entire pubic hair, and peripheral area.
Abstract:
Part of the latency from memory read or write operations is for data to be input to or output from the data latches of the memory via an I/O bus. Methods and circuitry are present for improving performance in non-volatile memory devices by allowing the memory to perform some of these data caching and transfer operations in the background while the memory core is busy with an erase operation. In the exemplary embodiment, a read operation is inserted just prior to the erase operation or one or more read operations are inserted during a soft programming phase of the erase operation. In this way, the read data could be output while the erase operation is taking place, thereby making use of otherwise waiting time.
Abstract:
An aerodynamic system attached to the outer side of the roof perimeter edge to mitigate wind generated vortices and uplift loads on the roof perimeter area of a building, applicable for both new constructions and retrofits of existing buildings. A roof edge guard is generally installed alongside a roof edge, and mounted onto an existing fascia or bargeboard. As an option most appropriate for new constructions, it can also be mounted directly onto a roof frame member in place of fascias or bargeboard. The configuration modifies the cross-sectional shape of otherwise abrupt roof edges that tend to generate strong vortex during high winds.
Abstract:
A fuel injector having a piezoelectric actuator. A needle valve is mounted in the injector body and has an opening hydraulic surface substantially surrounded by a high-pressure fuel line in fluid communication with a high-pressure fuel chamber. A control piston partly defines a piston control chamber, which is in fluid communication with the opening hydraulic surface and the high-pressure fuel chamber. The piezoelectric actuator is activated between an off position and an on position for positioning a control valve into an open position or a closed position. A high-pressure fuel condition is maintained in the piston control chamber by fuel supplied from the high-pressure fuel chamber and independent of any actuation of the control valve. In a low pressure fuel condition, a force on the opening hydraulic surface of the needle valve member is greater than the downward force on the closing hydraulic surface thereby opening the needle valve member for producing an injection event.
Abstract:
Multi-bit data signals are digitally switched between input and output endpoints for simultaneously interconnecting various sets of inputs and output endpoints. Single input may send data to single endpoint, or single input may send data to multiple output endpoints. Multiple bitwidth (b) data is serialized to single bitwidth at high data rate using N-by-1 multiplexer. Loadable barrel shifters shift serial data, so same data is used by multiple output endpoints at different times.
Abstract:
A disk storage device adapted for holding a disk having a center spindle hole, the disk storage device including a disk holder plate and a spring element fastened to the disk holder plate, the disk holder plate having a retainer flange forced into engagement with the center spindle hole of the loaded disk, and an insertion slot which receives the loaded disk, the spring element imparting an upward pressure to the loaded disk, causing the center spindle hole of the loaded disk to be firmly retained in engagement with the retainer flange.
Abstract:
A system and method are disclosed for preventing accidents in a vehicle. The system comprises an eye gaze detector for receiving an eye gaze vector from a driver. The system additionally comprises a proximity sensor for detecting locations of nearby objects and their velocities. A vehicle accident risk is determined based on the nearby object location and velocity. Additionally, the driver's knowledge of vehicle circumstances is determined based on the nearby object location and velocity as well as the eye gaze location. Responsive to the driver's knowledge and the vehicle accident risk, a vehicle alert is activated.
Abstract:
A system and method are disclosed for preventing accidents in a vehicle. The system comprises an eye gaze detector for receiving an eye gaze vector from a driver. The system additionally comprises a proximity sensor for detecting locations of nearby objects and their velocities. A vehicle accident risk is determined based on the nearby object location and velocity. Additionally, the driver's knowledge of vehicle circumstances is determined based on the nearby object location and velocity as well as the eye gaze location. Responsive to the driver's knowledge and the vehicle accident risk, a vehicle alert is activated.